Home & Giftware Magazine – Retail News, Home & Gift Trends
Home & Giftware Magazine is published by Gifts & Greetings Review Ltd. and produced by industry trade journalist, Charlotte Cowell and account director, Denre Bruins. We have over 20 years’ experience in trade publishing, covering exhibitions at home and overseas, industry news and trends and always keeping our eyes peeled for the beautiful new products that will fly off the shelves of retail businesses large and small. From exquisite handmade crafts and original art, through to design-led home interiors, perfect gifts and greetings cards for all ages, we hunt out the hero products across sectors. Our circulation includes some of the best galleries, independent retailers, museums, zoos and heritage centres from around the UK and beyond, plus garden centres, department stores and interior designers.
If you have news or new products to share, email Charlotte. For advertising, contact Denre.
Studio William Cutlery wins copyright case
Anti Copying in Design (ACID) member, Studio William Cutlery, has won its copyright case against Italian manufacturer, Mepra S.p.A. Despite denying liability, Mepra S.p.A paid
Autumn Fair partners with Faire
Autumn Fair, retail’s leading seasonal showcase for the home, gift and fashion industries, has announced an exclusive partnership with Faire, Europe’s leading wholesale marketplace. As
Autumn Fair is the Gift that keeps on Giving
Autumn Fair returns on the 1st – 4th September at NEC Birmingham, offering retailers the opportunity to elevate their gifting game with over exceptional exhibitors
New Business Pavilion to open at Autumn Fair
Autumn Fair (1-4 September 2024) has announced the launch of a New Business Pavilion designed to support small businesses and the next generation of makers
AMES Tools: Exclusive deals for garden centres
Garden retailers will not want to miss out on the exclusive spring deals from AMES Tools, which offer up to 33% off RRP. These
Introducing Fern Living from British Garden Centres
Fern Living is a new outdoor furniture brand launched by British Garden Centres and spotted at the Garden Press Event in London yesterday, 20th
Primeur launches Bree Merryn licensed collection
Home and garden specialist, Primeur, has launched a brand-new collection of doormats produced under license from Bree Merryn, one of Britain’s most popular wildlife
Spotlight on Moose & Co.
Moose & Co’s journey from humble beginnings on their kitchen table to becoming a name in the world of home textiles is nothing short
Sell more geraniums with free marketing offers
The Pelargonium for Europe (PfE) marketing initiative aims to improve the image of geraniums and promote their sale. To achieve this, PfE combines consumer campaigns
50 years of Glee: Vote now for your half-century champions!
As the Glee exhibition gets set to celebrate half a century at the heart of the garden retail sector, the organising team is looking for
GCA column by Peter Burks, GCA CEO
Everybody who has worked in our industry for any length of time knows that it is very resilient to external economic factors and that the
Ben Harrison is new GCA Chairman
The Garden Centre Association (GCA) has announced its Chairman Elect for 2024/25. Ben Harrison, who is Operations Director of Haskins Garden Centres, is stepping into
Navigating the current challenges in garden retail
Retail and economic challenges, sustainability, and adaptation to changing market dynamics were just some of the key topics that were explored at the annual GIMA
Bolster spring sales with exclusive Apta garden centre deals
As the spring season unfolds, garden centres will want to ensure they have the right stock to entice customers back time and time again. Apta
Glorious Gardens
Botanical greetings card brand Umbellifer is launching a new range called Glorious Gardens. The concept behind the range is to celebrate great British flower gardens
Embracing The Jelly Jiggle
Drifting onto the design shores for 2024 is the Be Jelly trend hypnotically gliding onto catwalks, home decor, prints and of course greeting cards. From
Garden Border 2024 Calendar
Yorkshire eco greetings card and prints brand Umbellifer has created a beautiful and richly produced hanging calendar using twelve of its Garden Border card range
Celebrate The Little Joys
You’ve Got This, Be Kind, Go Your Own Way, Don’t Let Anyone Dull Your Rainbow – there’s a magnificent mountain of greeting card captions supporting
Western Chic defines new kitchen design trends
In the ever-evolving landscape of interior design, trends come and go like the changing seasons. The Western chic trend is a celebration of homeliness, wholesomeness,
Peach Fuzz is the Pantone Colour of the Year for 2024
It may feel like a rollercoaster start to 2024 for many people, but trendwise we’re firmly in the realm of soft and fruity, as Peace
Dulux Colour of the Year 2024: Sweet Embrace
Paint manufacturer, Dulux, has announced that its colour of the year for 2024 is Sweet Embrace, a soft, delicate tone that provides a perfect wall
Mystic Vibes for Future Festive Trends
Shop window and store decorations at the point of sale bear a decisive role in times of an uncertain consumer climate – quality and the
The Scent of Happiness
As the wellbeing market continues to boom, with scented candles and diffusers, aromatherapy oils and natural skincare in great demand, the importance of scent to
The Art of Corporate Gifting
Christmas isn’t the only opportunity for businesses to indulge in gifting, with plenty of other seasons and occasions that could be relevant to the customers
The Artisan’s Journey
In the picturesque town of Thame, Fitch and Fellows Gallery stands as a beacon of creativity and expression. Owned by the retired actress Susannah Fellows,
Show Reel
Home & Giftware Magazine is once again hugely looking forward to the main event in the UK exhibition calendar: Spring Fair and sister event, Autumn Fair. See our showreel for more details.